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2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb MOT Pass Rate

Pass rate for Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb models manufactured in 2007, based on 191 real MOT test results.

51.3%
Pass Rate
48.7%
Fail Rate
191
Total Tests
127,346
Avg Mileage

Data from official DVSA MOT testing records

2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb MOT Analysis

The 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 51.3% based on 191 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 127,346 miles on the odometer. With a 48.7% failure rate, the 2007 Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.

The leading cause of MOT failure for the 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb is Brakes, responsible for 1.6% of failures. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs range from £150–400. Body, chassis, structure is the second most common issue at 0.5%. Suspension follows at 0.5%.

Top failures specific to 2007 models only. The overall Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb page may show different rankings.

What Fails Most

What Fails on This Car?

Click a category to see specific failure items.

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MOT failure categories ranked by failure rate
RankFailure CategoryRate (%)Count
1Brakes1.6%3
2Body, Chassis, Structure0.5%1
3Suspension0.5%1
4Visibility0.5%1

Failures per 10,000 Miles

avg. 127,346 mi

For every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.

Brakes0.12% per 10K miBody & Structure0.04% per 10K miSuspension0.04% per 10K miVisibility0.04% per 10K mi
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Mileage-normalised failure rates by category
CategoryRate / 10K miRaw %Count
Brakes0.121.6%3
Body & Structure0.040.5%1
Suspension0.040.5%1
Visibility0.040.5%1

Mileage Statistics

127,346
Mean
83,744
Median
61,179
25th Percentile
136,799
75th Percentile
3.82% failures per 10K miles

Mileage-adjusted failure rate — accounts for how much this model year is typically driven.

About This Data

The 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb has an MOT pass rate of 51.3% based on 191 tests — below the UK average for UK vehicles. Cars of this vintage present for MOT with an average of 127,346 miles on the odometer. With a 48.7% failure rate, the 2007 Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb is rated as "Poor" for MOT reliability.

If you own or are considering buying a 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb, be prepared for above-average maintenance costs. Before your MOT, pay particular attention to brakes: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm). With an average mileage of 127,346 miles, these vehicles are in the higher-mileage bracket where wear-related failures become more common.

Brakes — 1.6% of failures

Brakes issues account for 1.6% of MOT failures on 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb models. Brake-related failures include worn brake pads, corroded brake discs, leaking brake lines, and faulty brake servos. These are safety-critical components — any brake deficiency will result in an MOT fail. Typical repair costs: £150–400. Pre-MOT check: Listen for squealing or grinding noises. Check brake pedal feel — if it feels spongy or goes to the floor, have the system inspected immediately. Look at brake pad thickness through the wheel spokes (minimum 3mm).

Body, chassis, structure — 0.5% of failures

Body, chassis, structure issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb models. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.

Suspension — 0.5% of failures

Suspension issues account for 0.5% of MOT failures on 2007 Ldv Maxus 3.5 Cdi 120 Lwb models. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.

Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.

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